Locomotive Driver: 24/7 Rail Ops + Sign-On Relocation

Aurizon; Broken Hill; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on incentive

Relocation support

Development opportunities

Job summary

Aurizon's Bulk team is expanding in regional NSW with opportunities in Broken Hill. Join a major long-term national contract delivering for a growing containerised freight market.

Responsibilities include operating locomotives, certifying trains, and maintaining on-time performance in a safety-focused environment. A Certificate IV in Rail Operations is required; relocation support may be available.

Qualifications

• Extensive freight and/or heavy haulage locomotive driving experience.
• Must be available to work 24/7 shift roster.
• Experience in NSW & SA Safe working System is advantageous.
• A Certificate IV in Rail Operations (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Operate locomotives including mainline, shunting, and marshalling.
• Examine and certify trains as ready for departure.
• Work in accordance with Aurizon's safety and operational standards and procedures.
• Maintain a high level of on-time running.
• Prepare and conduct brake testing on locomotives.
• Provide high quality customer service to enable Aurizon to meet its set business objectives.

Skills

Locomotive driving experience

24/7 availability

Safety culture

Education

Certificate IV in Rail Operations (or equivalent)

Job description

Aurizon's Bulk team is expanding in regional NSW with opportunities in Broken Hill. Join a major long-term national contract delivering for a growing containerised freight market.

Responsibilities include operating locomotives, certifying trains, and maintaining on-time performance in a safety-focused environment. A Certificate IV in Rail Operations is required; relocation support may be available.